Pema Khandu has been sworn in as the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh for the third time.

At the swearing-in ceremony in&nbsp;Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh governor KT Parnaik administered the oath to Khandu.

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The ceremony, as per reports, was attended by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, ministers JP Nadda and Kiren Rijiju and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

<h2>Arunachal Pradesh's new cabinet</h2>

Khandu's swearing in comes weeks after the Bharatiya Janata Party swept the eastern Indian state's assembly polls.

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The ceremony, as per reports, was attended by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, ministers JP Nadda and Kiren Rijiju and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Khandu's swearing in comes weeks after the Bharatiya Janata Party swept the eastern Indian state's assembly polls.

Along with him, eleven members of his cabinet were also sworn in during the ceremony in Itanagar.

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Chowna Mein will serve as the Deputy Chief Minister in Khandu’s new cabinet. The other cabinet members include Biyuram Waghe, Nyato Dukam, Ganriel Denwang Wangsu, Wanki Lowang, Pasang Dorjee Sona, Mama Natung, Dasanglu Pul, Balo Raja, Kento Jini, and Ojing Tasing.&nbsp;

Notably, Dasanglu Pul, the wife of former Chief Minister late Kalikho Pul, becomes the first woman minister in Arunachal Pradesh in decades.

The BJP secured 46 out of the 60 seats in the Arunachal Assembly during the state elections, held concurrently with the general election.

Khandu, 44, initially started his tenure as Chief Minister in 2016, replacing Nabam Tuki. A former Congress leader, Khandu led 43 MLAs in switching from Congress to the People's Party of Arunachal (PPA), a BJP ally, later that year. Following a series of dramatic political developments, the PPA leadership suspended Khandu, prompting him to prove his majority in the Assembly. Subsequently, 33 PPA lawmakers joined the BJP, solidifying his position.

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Pema Khandu has been sworn in as the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh for the third time. At the swearing-in ceremony in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh governor KT Parnaik administered the oath to Khandu.

Pema Khandu has been sworn in as the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh for the third time. At the swearing-in ceremony in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh governor KT Parnaik administered the oath to Khandu. Watch it here: #WATCH | Pema Khandu takes oath as the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh. pic.twitter.com/413tSLcgrY — ANI (@ANI) June 13, 2024 × The ceremony, as per reports, was attended by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, ministers JP Nadda and Kiren Rijiju and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Arunachal Pradesh's new cabinet Khandu's swearing in comes weeks after the Bharatiya Janata Party swept the eastern Indian state's assembly polls. Also read | Odisha's new BJP government keeps its promise, opens all four gates of Jagannath Temple in Puri The ceremony, as per reports, was attended by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, ministers JP Nadda and Kiren Rijiju and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Khandu's swearing in comes weeks after the Bharatiya Janata Party swept the eastern Indian state's assembly polls. Along with him, eleven members of his cabinet were also sworn in during the ceremony in Itanagar. Also read | President Murmu rejects mercy petition of Red Fort attack LeT convict Mohammed Arif Chowna Mein will serve as the Deputy Chief Minister in Khandu’s new cabinet. The other cabinet members include Biyuram Waghe, Nyato Dukam, Ganriel Denwang Wangsu, Wanki Lowang, Pasang Dorjee Sona, Mama Natung, Dasanglu Pul, Balo Raja, Kento Jini, and Ojing Tasing. Notably, Dasanglu Pul, the wife of former Chief Minister late Kalikho Pul, becomes the first woman minister in Arunachal Pradesh in decades. The BJP secured 46 out of the 60 seats in the Arunachal Assembly during the state elections, held concurrently with the general election. Khandu, 44, initially started his tenure as Chief Minister in 2016, replacing Nabam Tuki. A former Congress leader, Khandu led 43 MLAs in switching from Congress to the People's Party of Arunachal (PPA), a BJP ally, later that year. Following a series of dramatic political developments, the PPA leadership suspended Khandu, prompting him to prove his majority in the Assembly. Subsequently, 33 PPA lawmakers joined the BJP, solidifying his position. (With inputs from agencies)

Pema Khandu takes oath as Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh for third time

Assembly elections took place in the northeast Indian states of Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim on Friday (Apr 19) simultaneously with the first phase of the Lok Sabha elections in the country.

Assembly elections took place in the northeast Indian states of Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim on Friday (Apr 19) simultaneously with the first phase of the Lok Sabha elections in the country. Voting in both the states started at 7 am local time. Voting was held for 60 assembly seats in Arunachal Pradesh and 32 seats in Sikkim. The results of both these assembly elections will be declared on June 2. Here are the latest updates from assembly elections from Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim: > As per the Election Commission of India (ECI), Arunachal Pradesh recorded a voter turnout of 67.95 per cent, while Sikkim recorded a voter turnout of 68.04 per cent. Click here to follow all LIVE updates on the Lok Sabha elections > Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang cast his vote for the assembly elections as well as the Lok Sabha elections at a polling booth in Gangtok. > Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu cast his vote for the assembly election and the Lok Sabha election at a polling booth in Tawang. > After casting his vote, Arunachal Chief Minister Khandu said that the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) lotus symbol will bloom in the state. #WATCH | Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang casts his vote for #LokSabhaElections2024 and state Assembly Elections 2024 at a polling station in Gangtok pic.twitter.com/XY6agVbGTr — ANI (@ANI) April 19, 2024 × > Voting in both the states started at 7 am and continued till 6 pm. > In Sikkim, a total of 146 candidates including Chief Minister Tamang are in the fray for the total 32 assembly seats. According to state Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) D Anandan, voting was held at 573 polling stations. Tight security arrangements were in place, with Anandan saying that 13 companies of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) were deployed in the state. #WATCH | Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu said, "Today is the mega festival of democracy and voting for the first phase of Lok Sabha elections is underway. I expect that the number of voters this year will surpass the number of voters in 2019. BJP is going to make history in the… pic.twitter.com/pCWvviIvlx — ANI (@ANI) April 19, 2024 × > Tight security arrangements were also seen in Arunachal Pradesh with the deployment of 70 companies of the CAPF, according to CEO Pawan Kumar Sain. > Few reports of violence emerged from some districts of Arunachal Pradesh but overall the elections were held peacefully. Meanwhile, in Sikkim, no violence was reported; however, votern turnout here was significantly less than from 81.41 per cent in 2019. (With inputs from agencies)

Assembly polls in India: Voter turnout of 67.95% recorded in Arunachal, 68.04% in Sikkim

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has emerged victorious in 10 Arunachal Pradesh assembly seats even before voting in the upcoming polls. This comes as the party faced no rivals on five of these seats while nominations were withdrawn on the remaining five seats.&nbsp;This is seen as a major stride for the party in the region but this is not something new as the state has a history of uncontested electoral triumphs.

With the polling scheduled for April 19 in the Arunachal Pradesh assembly elections, the BJP was fielding candidates in all 60 Assembly constituencies, with 10 of them now having already won.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the Congress fielded 34 candidates, National People’s Party (NPP) 29, while NCP and the Peoples’ Party of Arunachal (PPA) have nominated 17 and two candidates respectively.&nbsp;

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The last day for nominations withdrawal is Saturday (Mar 30).&nbsp;&nbsp;

With no rivals, BJP's success was unchallenged. However, the previous record is still being held by Congress which in 2014 won 11 seats without contesting elections.&nbsp;

The most prominent faces who were among the uncontested winners on Saturday (Mar 30) were Chief Minister Pema Khandu from Mukto as well as Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein from Chowkham.

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Chief Minister Khandu attributed the victories to the people's trust in Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's guarantee and the BJP's commitment to state development.

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“We are confident that we will win the Arunachal East and Arunachal West Lok Sabha seats with a thumping majority because of the amount of love that we are getting from the people,” he added.&nbsp;

Among the others who won include Chowna Mein, Dongru Siongju, Ratu Techi, Techi Kaso, Hage Appa, Jikke Tako, Nyato Dukam, Mutchu Mithi and Dasanglu Pul. &nbsp;

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BJP's alliances have also consolidated its position ahead of the assembly polls. Two National People’s Party (NPP) members as well as three Congress Member of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) recently joined hands with the saffron party.&nbsp;

Notably, four candidates won unopposed in 1999, one in 2004, three in 2009, 11 in 2014, and three&nbsp;in 2019. 
 
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Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has emerged victorious in 10 Arunachal Pradesh assembly seats even before voting in the upcoming polls. This comes as the party faced no rivals on five of these seats while nominations were withdrawn on the remaining five seats.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has emerged victorious in 10 Arunachal Pradesh assembly seats even before voting in the upcoming polls. This comes as the party faced no rivals on five of these seats while nominations were withdrawn on the remaining five seats. This is seen as a major stride for the party in the region but this is not something new as the state has a history of uncontested electoral triumphs. With the polling scheduled for April 19 in the Arunachal Pradesh assembly elections, the BJP was fielding candidates in all 60 Assembly constituencies, with 10 of them now having already won. Meanwhile, the Congress fielded 34 candidates, National People’s Party (NPP) 29, while NCP and the Peoples’ Party of Arunachal (PPA) have nominated 17 and two candidates respectively. Also Read | Enforcement Directorate arrests Sheikh Shahjahan in PMLA case The last day for nominations withdrawal is Saturday (Mar 30). With no rivals, BJP's success was unchallenged. However, the previous record is still being held by Congress which in 2014 won 11 seats without contesting elections. The most prominent faces who were among the uncontested winners on Saturday (Mar 30) were Chief Minister Pema Khandu from Mukto as well as Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein from Chowkham. Also Read | Delhi Minister Kailash Gahlot appears before ED in excise policy case Chief Minister Khandu attributed the victories to the people's trust in Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's guarantee and the BJP's commitment to state development. Watch | Ex-Jharkhand CM's wife Kalpana Soren meets Sunita Kejriwal, say 'we will fight together' × “We are confident that we will win the Arunachal East and Arunachal West Lok Sabha seats with a thumping majority because of the amount of love that we are getting from the people,” he added. Among the others who won include Chowna Mein, Dongru Siongju, Ratu Techi, Techi Kaso, Hage Appa, Jikke Tako, Nyato Dukam, Mutchu Mithi and Dasanglu Pul. Ten candidates of @BJP4Arunachal including myself have been elected for the State Assembly unopposed. I extend warm congratulations to Shri Chowna Mein, Shri Dongru Siongju, Shri Ratu Techi, Shri Techi Kaso, Shri Hage Appa, Shri Jikke Tako, Shri Nyato Dukam, Shri Mutchu Mithi… pic.twitter.com/ifdxYe9Cze — Pema Khandu པདྨ་མཁའ་འགྲོ་། (Modi Ka Parivar) (@PemaKhanduBJP) March 30, 2024 × BJP's alliances have also consolidated its position ahead of the assembly polls. Two National People’s Party (NPP) members as well as three Congress Member of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) recently joined hands with the saffron party. Notably, four candidates won unopposed in 1999, one in 2004, three in 2009, 11 in 2014, and three in 2019. (With inputs from agencies)

BJP wins 10 seats uncontested in Arunachal Pradesh assembly amid absence of rivals, nomination withdrawals

Ahead of the 2024&nbsp;Legislative Assembly election in the northeast Indian state of&nbsp;Arunachal Pradesh this summer, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday (Mar 13) unveiled its candidates for all 60 seats.

Notably, Chief Minister Pema Khandu has been nominated to contest from the Mukto (ST) constituency. The assembly elections come as India also prepares for the 2024 general elections.

While sharing the full list of candidates for assembly elections, BJP wrote on X social media platform, "The BJP Central Election Committee has decided the following names for the ensuing General Elections to the Legislative Assembly of Arunachal Pradesh."&nbsp;

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Entrepreneur&nbsp;Ratu Techi, who joined the BJP in December last year, has also secured a spot on the party's candidate list.

He has been fielded in the Sagalee constituency, presently represented by former chief minister Nabam Tuki.

Techi, at the time of joining the saffron party, had said&nbsp;that he is confident in the party's leadership for good governance.

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Congress party won the 2014 Assembly elections by clinching a total of 42 out of 60 seats while the BJP won in only 11.

However, the BJP came to power after the 2019 assembly elections after securing 41 seats in the state.&nbsp;

In the upcoming assembly elections, Biyuram Wahge, the BJP's Arunachal Pradesh chief, will vie for the Pakke-Kessang (ST) seat.

Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein will contest from the Chowkhan (ST) assembly constituency.

The BJP has nominated Kamlun Mossang, Minister of Urban Development, for the Miao (ST) seat; Honchun Ngandam, Minister of Rural Works and Science and Technology, for the Pongchao-Wakka (ST) seat; and Wangki Lowang, Minister of Public Health Engineering and Water Supply, for the Namsang (ST) seat.

<h2>Arunachal Pradesh Lok Sabha constituencies</h2>

Arunachal Pradesh comprises two Lok Sabha constituencies.

In the 2014 general elections, the BJP emerged victorious in these constituencies, securing both seats. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections as well, the BJP secured victory in both Lok Sabha constituencies of the state.

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BJP leader and Union Minister of Earth Sciences Kiran Rijiju won the Arunachal West seat while the party's Tapir Gao won the Arunachal East seat in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.&nbsp;

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This time as well, the party on March 3 said that it is fielding minister Rijiju and the BJP's Arunachal Pradesh president Tapir Gao as its candidates from the two parliament seats in the state.&nbsp;

Rijiju will contest from the&nbsp;Arunachal Pradesh West seat and Gao from the East seat.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Ahead of the 2024 Legislative Assembly election in the northeast Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh this summer, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday (Mar 13) unveiled its candidates for all 60 seats.

Ahead of the 2024 Legislative Assembly election in the northeast Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh this summer, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday (Mar 13) unveiled its candidates for all 60 seats. Notably, Chief Minister Pema Khandu has been nominated to contest from the Mukto (ST) constituency. The assembly elections come as India also prepares for the 2024 general elections. While sharing the full list of candidates for assembly elections, BJP wrote on X social media platform, "The BJP Central Election Committee has decided the following names for the ensuing General Elections to the Legislative Assembly of Arunachal Pradesh." Also Read | Mukhtar Ansari, jailed mafia don-turned-politician, sentenced to life imprisonment Entrepreneur Ratu Techi, who joined the BJP in December last year, has also secured a spot on the party's candidate list. He has been fielded in the Sagalee constituency, presently represented by former chief minister Nabam Tuki. Techi, at the time of joining the saffron party, had said that he is confident in the party's leadership for good governance. The BJP Central Election Committee has decided the following names for the ensuing General Elections to the Legislative Assembly of Arunachal Pradesh. pic.twitter.com/D0mpKUyWMH — BJP (@BJP4India) March 13, 2024 × Congress party won the 2014 Assembly elections by clinching a total of 42 out of 60 seats while the BJP won in only 11. However, the BJP came to power after the 2019 assembly elections after securing 41 seats in the state. In the upcoming assembly elections, Biyuram Wahge, the BJP's Arunachal Pradesh chief, will vie for the Pakke-Kessang (ST) seat. Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein will contest from the Chowkhan (ST) assembly constituency. The BJP has nominated Kamlun Mossang, Minister of Urban Development, for the Miao (ST) seat; Honchun Ngandam, Minister of Rural Works and Science and Technology, for the Pongchao-Wakka (ST) seat; and Wangki Lowang, Minister of Public Health Engineering and Water Supply, for the Namsang (ST) seat. Arunachal Pradesh Lok Sabha constituencies Arunachal Pradesh comprises two Lok Sabha constituencies. In the 2014 general elections, the BJP emerged victorious in these constituencies, securing both seats. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections as well, the BJP secured victory in both Lok Sabha constituencies of the state. Also Read | India: CM Nayab Singh Saini-led Haryana govt wins floor test in state assembly BJP leader and Union Minister of Earth Sciences Kiran Rijiju won the Arunachal West seat while the party's Tapir Gao won the Arunachal East seat in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. Watch | India General Elections 2024 | Karnataka: Three former BJP leaders join Congress × This time as well, the party on March 3 said that it is fielding minister Rijiju and the BJP's Arunachal Pradesh president Tapir Gao as its candidates from the two parliament seats in the state. Rijiju will contest from the Arunachal Pradesh West seat and Gao from the East seat. (With inputs from agencies)

BJP releases full candidate list for Arunachal Pradesh assembly polls, CM to contest from Mukto

Pema Khandu will take oath as Arunachal Pradesh chief minister on May 29, Bharatiya Janata Party's&nbsp;Kiren Rijiju tweeted.

''I extend my gratitude to all the elected BJP MLAs of Arunachal Pradesh for unanimously selecting Pema Khandu ji as the leader of BJP Legislature Party. Hearty congratulations to @PemaKhanduBJP ji who will be sworn-in as the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh on 29th May 2019,'' Rijiju tweeted.

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The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bjp-wins-41-seats-in-60-member-arunachal-pradesh-assembly-221510">Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has won 41 seats</a> in the 60-member Arunachal Pradesh Assembly.

The Janata Dal (United) won seven seats, the National People's Party (NPP) five, the Congress four, the People's Party of Arunachal (PPA) one and Independents two.

Among the prominent BJP winners are Chief Minister Pema Khandu, who won from the Mukto seat, bordering China, for the third time in a row. Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein won from the Chowkham constituency.

In Miao constituency, state Geology and Mining Minister and BJP nominee Kamlung Mossang beat Chatu Longai of the Congress by 3,856 votes to retain the seat.

In the prestigious Tawang seat, BJP candidate Tsering Tashi trounced veteran Congress leader Thupten Tempa by a margin of 3,592 votes.

(With inputs from PTI)

Pema Khandu will take oath as Arunachal Pradesh chief minister on May 29, Bharatiya Janata Party's Kiren Rijiju tweeted. ''I extend my gratitude to all the elected BJP MLAs of Arunachal Pradesh for unanimously selecting Pema Khandu ji as the leader of BJP Legislature Party.

Pema Khandu will take oath as Arunachal Pradesh chief minister on May 29, Bharatiya Janata Party's Kiren Rijiju tweeted. ''I extend my gratitude to all the elected BJP MLAs of Arunachal Pradesh for unanimously selecting Pema Khandu ji as the leader of BJP Legislature Party. Hearty congratulations to @PemaKhanduBJP ji who will be sworn-in as the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh on 29th May 2019,'' Rijiju tweeted. I extend my gratitude to all the elected BJP MLAs of Arunachal Pradesh for unanimously selecting Pema Khandu ji as the leader of BJP Legislature Party. Hearty congratulations to @PemaKhanduBJP ji who will be sworn-in as the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh on 29th May 2019. pic.twitter.com/UQYpvrvz6T — Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) May 27, 2019 × The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has won 41 seats in the 60-member Arunachal Pradesh Assembly. The Janata Dal (United) won seven seats, the National People's Party (NPP) five, the Congress four, the People's Party of Arunachal (PPA) one and Independents two. Among the prominent BJP winners are Chief Minister Pema Khandu, who won from the Mukto seat, bordering China, for the third time in a row. Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein won from the Chowkham constituency. In Miao constituency, state Geology and Mining Minister and BJP nominee Kamlung Mossang beat Chatu Longai of the Congress by 3,856 votes to retain the seat. In the prestigious Tawang seat, BJP candidate Tsering Tashi trounced veteran Congress leader Thupten Tempa by a margin of 3,592 votes. (With inputs from PTI)

Arunachal Pradesh: Pema Khandu to take oath as chief minister on May 29

The BJP has won 41 seats in the 60-member <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/arunachal-pradesh-mla-tirong-aboh-among-11-killed-in-terrorist-ambush-220482">Arunachal Pradesh</a> Assembly after results of all the constituencies were announced, an election official said Saturday.

Assembly elections in Arunachal Pradesh were held for 57 seats as three BJP candidates were earlier declared elected unopposed.

The Janata Dal (United) won seven seats, the National People's Party (NPP) five, the<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/lok-sabha-election-result-2019-congress-has-nobody-other-than-itself-to-blame-for-the-debacle-221200"> Congress </a>four, the People's Party of Arunachal (PPA) one and Independents two.

Counting of votes on Friday for Daporijo, Dumporijo and Raga constituencies in Upper Subansiri district was delayed, the official said.

In the Daporijo seat, the result of which was announced early this morning, BJP candidate Taniky Soki won the seat defeating his nearest Congress rival Togam Tamim.

BJP candidate Rode Bui bagged the Dumporijo seat defeating his nearest JD(U) rival Gumjum Haider while Tarin Dakpe of the National People's Party won the Raga seat, the official said.

Counting of votes on Friday for Daporijo, Dumporijo and Raga constituencies in Upper Subansiri district was delayed as the counting officials went away from the counting centre without handing over the results for which counting could not be continued as per the guidelines.

However, it started after the polling officials returned and handed over the results, Additional Chief Electoral Officer Kanki Darang said.

Among the prominent BJP winners are Chief Minister Pema Khandu, who won from the Mukto seat, bordering China, for the third time in a row. Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein won from the Chowkham constituency.

In Miao constituency, state Geology and Mining Minister and BJP nominee Kamlung Mossang beat Chatu Longai of the Congress by 3,856 votes to retain the seat.

The Namsang seat, which witnessed a multi-cornered contest, voted in favour of PHE minister and BJP nominee Wangki Lowang for the third time in a row.

In the prestigious Tawang seat, BJP candidate Tsering Tashi trounced veteran Congress leader Thupten Tempa by a margin of 3,592 votes.

Power minister and BJP candidate Tamiyo Taga tasted defeat at the hands of newcomer Talem Taboh of the JD(U) in Rumgong, Assembly Speaker Tenzing Norbu Thongdok, who represented the Kalaktang constituency for two terms, failed to wrest the seat from JD(U) greenhorn Dorjee Wangdi Kharma.

State Home Minister Kumar Waii, who quit the BJP to join the NPP, lost the Bameng assembly seat to newbie Gorduk Pordung of the saffron party.

The Congress won four seats but Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Takam Sanjoy lost to Jummum Ete Deori of the BJP in the Lekang seat.

The Leader of the Opposition in the outgoing Assembly, Takam Pario of the Congress lost the Palin seat to the BJP's Balo Raja.

The BJP has won 41 seats in the 60-member Arunachal Pradesh Assembly after results of all the constituencies were announced, an election official said Saturday. Assembly elections in Arunachal Pradesh were held for 57 seats as three BJP candidates were earlier declared elected unopposed.

The BJP has won 41 seats in the 60-member Arunachal Pradesh Assembly after results of all the constituencies were announced, an election official said Saturday. Assembly elections in Arunachal Pradesh were held for 57 seats as three BJP candidates were earlier declared elected unopposed. The Janata Dal (United) won seven seats, the National People's Party (NPP) five, the Congress four, the People's Party of Arunachal (PPA) one and Independents two. Counting of votes on Friday for Daporijo, Dumporijo and Raga constituencies in Upper Subansiri district was delayed, the official said. In the Daporijo seat, the result of which was announced early this morning, BJP candidate Taniky Soki won the seat defeating his nearest Congress rival Togam Tamim. BJP candidate Rode Bui bagged the Dumporijo seat defeating his nearest JD(U) rival Gumjum Haider while Tarin Dakpe of the National People's Party won the Raga seat, the official said. Counting of votes on Friday for Daporijo, Dumporijo and Raga constituencies in Upper Subansiri district was delayed as the counting officials went away from the counting centre without handing over the results for which counting could not be continued as per the guidelines. However, it started after the polling officials returned and handed over the results, Additional Chief Electoral Officer Kanki Darang said. Among the prominent BJP winners are Chief Minister Pema Khandu, who won from the Mukto seat, bordering China, for the third time in a row. Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein won from the Chowkham constituency. In Miao constituency, state Geology and Mining Minister and BJP nominee Kamlung Mossang beat Chatu Longai of the Congress by 3,856 votes to retain the seat. The Namsang seat, which witnessed a multi-cornered contest, voted in favour of PHE minister and BJP nominee Wangki Lowang for the third time in a row. In the prestigious Tawang seat, BJP candidate Tsering Tashi trounced veteran Congress leader Thupten Tempa by a margin of 3,592 votes. Power minister and BJP candidate Tamiyo Taga tasted defeat at the hands of newcomer Talem Taboh of the JD(U) in Rumgong, Assembly Speaker Tenzing Norbu Thongdok, who represented the Kalaktang constituency for two terms, failed to wrest the seat from JD(U) greenhorn Dorjee Wangdi Kharma. State Home Minister Kumar Waii, who quit the BJP to join the NPP, lost the Bameng assembly seat to newbie Gorduk Pordung of the saffron party. The Congress won four seats but Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Takam Sanjoy lost to Jummum Ete Deori of the BJP in the Lekang seat. The Leader of the Opposition in the outgoing Assembly, Takam Pario of the Congress lost the Palin seat to the BJP's Balo Raja.

BJP wins 41 seats in 60-member Arunachal Pradesh Assembly